Team Leader - Healthcare Sector Pay rate: £18.00 - Weekly or Monthly pay Shift Pattern: 36 hours on shift and 12 hours Admin You will need to have a full UK drivers license. Are you an experienced Team Leader with a strong understanding of Autism?We’re looking for someone calm, patient, and confident in leading a support team to provide consistent, person‑centred care for an adult who thrives on routine, enjoys being active, and benefits from clear, steady communication. About the Person we Support He is a friendly and engaging individual who appreciates predictability and clear communication.He has some reduced cognitive understanding but has capacity and is able to express his needs and preferences clearly. At times, he may express frustration verbally — usually linked to changes in routine or when feeling unsettled. With calm, steady and patient support, he responds well and becomes reassured quickly. He values a consistent night team who help him feel safe, comfortable and respected. This is a hands‑on leadership role combining direct support with team management. Duties include: Direct Support Supporting daily life skills and routines Encouraging healthy budgeting and spending habits Attending activities, meals out, and community outings Helping maintain his home environment Communicating clearly, calmly, and at a steady pace Working sensitively around his daily challenges and emotional needs Team Leadership Creating and managing rotas Completing payroll reconciliation Conducting supervisions and mentoring staff Role‑modelling best practice in Autism‑informed support Ensuring GDPR, safeguarding, and professional boundaries are upheld at all times Supporting the team to deliver consistent, structured, person‑centred care What We’re Looking For Strong experience in a Team Leader position within the healthcare sector A calm, patient, steady communicator Someone who can explain things clearly and take time to ensure understanding A confident leader who can guide, mentor, and motivate a team Excellent understanding of safeguarding and GDPR Ability to balance independence, safety, and positive risk‑taking Creative thinking around budgeting and activity planning More about acuity care We have been around for nearly 20 years so know our stuff! We have over 900 people working for us across Operations andsupporting roles. acuity care is aSupported Living healthcare provider, comprising 3 specialist business divisions: LD&A – Learning Disabilities & Autism Bespoke Team Brain Injury This role sits within our LD&A family, and you will besupported by an experienced hands-on Manager. We worktogether in a wide variety of locations tosupport adults and children with complex care needs, and a range of both physical and mental disabilities. We are person-centred and the needs of the people wesupport are at the heart of everything we do. Our teams are passionate about working in close partnership with the people we support to provide outstanding, tailored care that promotes empowerment, and do everything possible to help our clients to access new experiences. What next? If you have the skills and experience listed above for this role, please pop us over your CV through the job link. We will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail as soon as possible, go through some screening questions with you. Should you be keen to take it further and have the right experience, we will arrange an interview on Teams. acuity care iscommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals .All applicants will be subject to Enhanced DBS checks and referencing. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. What else do we offer? We do offer additional benefits including: Access to Westfield Rewards - an exclusive rewards website, special offers on all your favourite goods and services from over 1,000 leading online and high street retailers, restaurants, travel companies Access to Westfield Health Cash Plan with access to GP appointments 24/7 and cashback for health expenses Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), support helplines and counselling for when you need more support covering mental wellness, finances and relationships to name a few. Blue Light Card discount scheme and Blue Light Card tickets – grab a free ticket to a horse race or comedy show. Further training in NVQ's in Health and Social Care Progression opportunities within the organisation Ongoing training and development A generous Refer a Friend scheme - receive up to £500!